Key Words in Multiplication and Division Problems

This video tutorial explains the use of keywords in solving multiplication and division word problems. It highlights how certain words can indicate whether to multiply or divide, but emphasizes the importance of understanding the problem context. Examples are provided to illustrate the use of keywords like 'times as many' for multiplication and 'shares evenly' for division. The video also clarifies terms like 'quotient' and 'product' and concludes with a reminder to not rely solely on keywords.

What is the primary role of keywords in solving word problems?

• To replace understanding the problem

• To provide the exact answer

• To serve as clues for the operation needed

• To complicate the problem

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

If a problem mentions 'times as many', which operation is likely needed?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

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CCSS.4.OA.A.2

What does 'divided by' suggest in a word problem?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

In the context of word problems, what does 'doubled' imply?

• None of the above

• Subtraction

• Division

• Multiplication

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CCSS.3.OA.D.9

How many cupcakes does each person get if 9 cupcakes are shared evenly among 3 people?

• 9 cupcakes

• 6 cupcakes

• 12 cupcakes

• 3 cupcakes

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

What operation does 'into groups' usually indicate?

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Division

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

What is the quotient of 456 and 4?

• 118

• 112

• 114

• 116

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.6

What does 'product' refer to in the context of word problems?

• The result of subtraction

• The result of multiplication

• The result of division

• The result of addition

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

Why is it important not to rely solely on keywords in word problems?

• Keywords are unnecessary

• Keywords replace critical thinking

• Keywords can be misleading without context

• Keywords always lead to the wrong operation

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

What is the final step after identifying keywords in a word problem?

• Choosing a random operation

• Ignoring the problem context

• Checking if the answer makes sense

• Guessing the answer

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1